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Tycho Brahe: The Astronomer With A Drunken Moose

Tycho Brahe (1546-1601) might quite possibly hold the distinction of history's most eccentric astronomer. His scientific accomplishments include the discovery of the supernova in 1572 and a series of essays on the movement of comets, not to mention a heated feud with Galileo.... READ ON

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Why Pandas Are Terrible Investments

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6 People Who Tried to Steal Famous Documents

Diamond heists and stolen paintings might get more press, but historical documents tempt a certain kind of thief just as much. ... READ ON

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Counting Crows

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10 Badass Moms Who Deserve Their Own Holidays

Most moms should get a medal. These women deserve more.... READ ON

Big Question

Why Do Students Dissect Frogs?

There are many surgeons who say that they first discovered their life’s passion standing over a dissected frog in a middle or high school biology class. But, apart from inspiring the medical professionals of tomorrow, what is the purpose of dissection? And more importantly, why is everyone always dissecting those poor green amphibians?... READ ON

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Animals

7 Videos of People Rescuing Animals

Some people can be pretty terrible to animals—but most people will try to help cuddly (and not-so-cuddly) creatures when they can. Here are some of the most incredible videos of people saving animals.... READ ON